Hire Space
Ceramics Studio

The Art Academy

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  • From £150 per person
  • 12 Classroom
  • London Bridge
  • From £150 per person
  • 12 Classroom
  • London Bridge
Award-winning architectural spaces in the heart of Bankside offer a unique creative atmosphere steps from Tate Modern and the Thames.
Benjamin Edmonds
Benjamin Edmonds

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Flexible spaces accommodating 15-100 people
  • Projector and AV equipment available
  • Multiple studio spaces for different activities
  • Professional art studios with natural light
  • Bankside location near Tate Modern
  • Expert tutors for guided creative sessions
  • Kitchen facilities for catering

Our skilled ceramists are on hand to guide participants in a creative atmosphere to ensure an enjoyable experience! A ceramics focuses event can foster collaboration and a unique experience to your guests. Host your next birthday, anniversary or any event in the studio to have a creative party that combines drinks and nibbles and an unforgettable artistic celebration.

Frequently asked questions

The auditorium accommodates up to 70 people in classroom layout. Studio spaces can handle up to 150-200 people for larger events like dinners. For smaller events, individual studios work well for intimate gatherings of 30-35 guests.

The venue is open for viewings Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. You need to contact them directly to book a specific time slot for your tour with their Development Coordinator.

The venue provides rectangular wooden trestle tables (sufficient for 50 guests), chairs, and a 5-meter wide screen projector with high-quality speakers. They have 12 professional potter's wheels available for ceramics events.

Yes, external catering and decorators are allowed. However, they have approved drinks suppliers or charge corkage fees for outside alcohol. Kitchen use is permitted based on the nature of your event.

Art activity sessions cost £59.50 per person (excluding VAT). If you want alcoholic drinks included (beer and white wine), the price increases to £72.50 per person (excluding VAT). Sessions are charged per person with pricing adjustments for groups over 20 people.

A 30% deposit is required to hold your date and secure the space. The remaining balance must be cleared 2 weeks before the event. You can book as soon as possible to organize tutor availability for art sessions.

They can provide grazing platters with meats and cheeses at approximately £15 per person (excluding VAT). Food is not usually allowed in studios, but exceptions may be made depending on your event requirements.

Art sessions are recommended to run for a minimum of 2-3 hours. They can accommodate various timing requests, such as 12pm-3pm or 2pm-5pm sessions, depending on availability and your specific needs.

For proposal setups, they recommend spaces with 3-meter high ceilings and around 8 meters in length. The Project Space is suggested for intimate events, while the painting and drawing studio works for larger setups requiring more space.

They can arrange art tutors for guided sessions and will introduce you to your tutor closer to the event date. Sessions can be customized based on your objectives like team bonding or communication, and they can adjust activities accordingly.

More about The Art Academy

The Art Academy's brand new campus, designed by award winning architects Squire and Parters offers a breathtaking setting in the heart of Bankside, next to the iconic Tate Modern and near the river Thames. Whether you're planning a book launch, fashion show, corporate away day, meeting room or an art inspired wedding, our architecturally stunning spaces provide the perfect backdrop for any occasion.